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Slave Play considers black-only shows after criticism
During its Broadway run in New York, Slave Play, written by American actor and playwright Jeremy O. Harris and starring Kit Harington, hosted similar events. Following criticism from Downing Street, the producers of the West End production are "carefully considering" plans to host evenings exclusively for black audiences.
ISS Russian segment air leak, crew safe
The occurrence of a breach on the International Space Station is not unprecedented. NASA has confirmed that a Zvezda module on the Russian side of the orbiting laboratory is releasing air through a 3-foot-diameter hole. As a result of the module's isolation from the remainder of the space station, the seven astronauts aboard are thankfully not at risk.
New share sale brings Rising Tide near $1bn
Tide, established in 2015, is on the verge of announcing a secondary share sale that could make it the latest British technology unicorn. The business banking services platform, Tide, is close to completing a share offering that will potentially value it at $1 billion, joining the ranks of the latest British fintech unicorns.
Last month: hottest, wettest February in England, Wales
The Met Office has officially declared February of last year the warmest on record in England and Wales. The mean temperature in England was a sweltering 7.5°C, which was 0.5°C higher than the previous record set in 1990. In contrast, Wales experienced mean temperatures of 6.9°C, slightly higher than the record set in 1998 at 6.8°C.
Elon Musk sues OpenAI, Sam Altman for prioritizing profit
Elon Musk is initiating legal action against OpenAI, an organisation he co-founded, and its CEO, Sam Altman, for breach of contract. Specifically, Musk accuses Altman of failing to adhere to his commitment to develop artificial intelligence carefully and distribute the technology widely.
Fibre supplement boosts memory in 12 weeks: Scientists
In just 12 weeks, a daily fibre supplement can enhance cognitive function in individuals over the age of 60, according to a study. Researchers from King's College London discovered that the inexpensive tablets, available at health food stores, can improve performance on memory tests that identify early symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
Rwanda asylum scheme costs may reach £500m: watchdog
The Home Office has so far declined to specify how much the United Kingdom has agreed to pay Kigali in addition to the £290 million already confirmed under the stalled plan. A National Audit Office report, however, has revealed millions in additional costs. The cost of the stalled Rwanda asylum programme could soar to half a billion pounds, according to an investigation by the public spending watchdog.
Kenya, Haiti sign ‘reciprocal’ police deployment agreement: Ruto
President William Ruto of Kenya has announced that a "reciprocal" agreement has been reached between Kenya and Haiti regarding the deployment of Kenyan police to oversee a United Nations-backed law and order mission in the gang-ridden Caribbean nation.
First-time intercourse between two male humpback whales
The "once-in-a-lifetime encounter" occurred in the waters near Maui, Hawaii, while two photographers were out photographing. A marine biologist quickly noticed something peculiar about the images. For the first time, photographers have captured images of humpback whales engaging in sexual activity; the two mammals involved were males.
Iran holds parliamentary, assembly elections amid economic concerns
In an election marred by discontent over economic difficulties and restrictions on political and social liberties, Iranians are electing a new parliament. Friday's election will serve as the initial official gauge of public sentiment following the anti-government demonstrations of 2022-2023, which precipitated some of the most severe political unrest since the Islamic Revolution of 1979.
Three jailed for torturing, enslaving, starving woman
Neighbours discovered the severely decomposed body of Shakira Spencer after spotting maggots emanating from her West London flat. Months of "dehumanising and degrading" abuse and torment culminated in her demise. In order to murder a defenceless woman whom they "treated like a slave" through starvation, torture, and abuse, three individuals have been incarcerated.
‘How nice’: Pep Guardiola relishes City’s title-defining trio of games
Manchester City's march towards claiming the treble last season was relatively routine compared to the events that unfolded three months later. They participated in four contests, prevailing 16-0 on aggregate in two Premier League and two cup matches. While this may have appeared simple, it effectively demonstrated to their rivals that they were serious about conducting business.